Faith Footsteps:
Bible Stories for Primary Ages

By Joan M. Hunt

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Theme and Description

Developed by Unitarian Universalist Christians, this curriculum introduces children to their faith tradition through selected Bible stories. Each lesson is based on one story, with activities that allow children to experience the story with their senses.

Goals for Participants

To learn about the Christian faith tradition;
To experience a sense of wonder, awe, and worship;
To feel trust, courage, and hope about God's purpose for people;
To participate in the stories of the church's special celebrations;
To be guided in right living.

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Age Range

Grade 1

Size of Group

Flexible

Space Requirements

Enough space to gather in a circle and to work on various art and drama activities

Number and Length of Sessions

28 sessions
Length: 1 hour

Leader Training

Good storytelling skills and the ability to lead songs

Leader Preparation

1-2 hours per session

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Strengths

Has a consistent format.
Contains engaging activities.
Connects children to the Christian faith tradition of their church.
Is part of a Unitarian Universalist Christian Fellowship curriculum series for grades 1 to 8.

Limitations

Explicitly Christian; may not fit the faith stance of some Unitarian Universalist congregations.

Adaptability

Can be adapted for grades 1 and 2.

Unitarian Universalist Values

Draws from Jewish and Christian teachings as one of the sources of the living tradition.

Reviewed on June 30, 1996

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